Multirepo
Multirepo is a software development approach where code for a project is split across multiple, independent version control repositories, each typically managed separately. This contrasts with monorepo, where all code resides in a single repository. It allows teams to work on different components or services in isolation, with their own release cycles and access controls.
Developers should use multirepo when building microservices architectures, open-source libraries, or modular systems where components need independent versioning, deployment, and team ownership. It's ideal for scenarios requiring strict separation of concerns, such as when different teams work on loosely coupled services or when external contributions to specific modules are expected without exposing the entire codebase.